Canton Area El Sch vs Thomas Fitzwater El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 221 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canton Area El Sch
Canton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
431 students
Thomas Fitzwater El Sch
Willow Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–5
431 students
| Measure | Canton Area El Sch Canton, Pennsylvania | Thomas Fitzwater El Sch Willow Grove, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1145 of 1,627 | #123 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #31051 of 50,301 | #1654 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 431 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 431 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.5% | 24.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 72% |
| city | Canton | Willow Grove |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Fitzwater El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.0 vs 41.3).
- •Thomas Fitzwater El Sch does better on math proficiency (72% vs 41%).
- •Thomas Fitzwater El Sch does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 56%).
- •Thomas Fitzwater El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.6% vs 100.5%).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Canton Area El Sch better than Thomas Fitzwater El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Fitzwater El Sch ranks higher (87.0 vs 41.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Canton Area El Sch and Thomas Fitzwater El Sch?
About 221 km in a straight line, between Canton and Willow Grove in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canton Area El Sch: 431. Thomas Fitzwater El Sch: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canton Area El Sch and Thomas Fitzwater El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Canton Area El Sch is 1145th of 1,627 and Thomas Fitzwater El Sch is 123rd of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).